Alien Nation by K W Jeter
Roman Stoic thinkers in the imperial period adapted Greek doctrine to create a model of the self that served to connect philosophical ideals with traditional societal values. Seneca, Musonius Rufus, Epictetus, Hierocles, and Marcus Aurelius all engaged in rigorous self-examination that enabled them to integrate philosophy into the practice of living. Gretchen Reydams-Schils's innovative new book shows how these thinkers applied their distinct brand of social ethics to everyday relations and responsibilities. The Roman Stoics reexamines the philosophical basis that instructed social practice in friendship, marriage, parenting, and community. From this analysis emerge Stoics who were neither cold nor detached, as the stereotype has it, but all too aware of their human weaknesses. In a valuable contribution to current discussions in the humanities on identity, autonomy, and altruism, Reydams-Schils ultimately conveys the wisdom the Stoics have to bestow upon citizens of modern society.JETER is the author of Infernal Devices, Morlock Night, the cyberpunk novel Doctor Adder, noir sequels to Blade Runner, as well as dark fantasy and other imaginative science fiction. He is acknowledged as the godfather of steampunk for coining the word over 20 years ago. He was born in California and now resides in Ecuador.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780671871840 |
| ISBN 10 | 0671871846 |
| Title | Alien Nation |
| Author | K W Jeter |
| Series | Alien Nation |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Simon & Schuster |
| Year published | 1995-07-01 |
| Number of pages | 308 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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